Compensation

Many agencies set a “one size fits all” base compensation rate for every surrogate. At FCS, we believe that, along with our guidance, each woman must determine what compensation they are comfortable with. Base compensation is also affected by the surrogate’s insurance program coverage and if the intended parent(s) will be required to purchase a policy to cover the pregnancy.

Average gestational surrogate base compensation is $22,000-$30,000 for first time surrogates

Average gestational surrogate base compensation for second-time surrogates is $28,000-$32,000

Many factors contribute to a gestational surrogate’s total compensation such as: